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OTC Encore Software

by OTC Tools

Expanding on its position as the industry’s first integrated scan tool for the Android platform, the OTC Encore has added compatibility with OTC’s 3834T Tire Pressure Reset (TPR) tool and the OTC 3895-07 HD standard starter kit, covering Class 4-8 Heavy Duty (HD) vehicles. Combined with several software updates this year, Encore is the highest-value lowest-cost diagnostic scan tool in North America. The software update, Version 1.3.1.14, is available now.

Class 4–8 HD scan diagnostics coverage added to the Encore include the ability to read and erase diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) and view live data in DataStream for SAE standard truck protocols HD J1587 / J1708 and J1939 CAN for engine, transmission/ABS coverage and more. The 3895-07 HD kit includes a 9-pin Deutsch cable, 6-pin Deutsch cable and a security card to unlock the software.

In addition to adding TPR and HD scan options, Encore boasts the best aftermarket coverage available for many makes and models, this year alone adding:

Heavy duty vehicle lift manufacturer Stertil-Koni now offers an adapter kit tailored for its inground scissor and piston lifts, which engage the front and rear lifting points on trucks for more efficient lifting.